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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Arpan Rai

Ukraine claims to have slowed Russian advance amid fighting in Donetsk

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Ukrainian forces have disrupted Russia's planned strategic offensive for March.
  • Zelensky noted that the current intensity and scale of Russian attacks are not what Moscow had anticipated.
  • He did not confirm Russia's claim, made by General Valery Gerasimov, of controlling 12 settlements this month.
  • Gerasimov reported ongoing street battles in Kostiantynivka, with Russian assault troops advancing into the city.
  • Zelensky is scheduled to visit the UK, where Defence Secretary John Healey reiterated Britain's unwavering support for Ukraine.

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